Primary 1 registration: More Phase 2C places from 2027, new two-track scheme at 12 schools

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Channel News Asiaseen 27 Sept, 05:37headline rewritten
~~Commentary: Could P1 registration changes be bolder? Focus first on public mandate of primary schools~~Commentary: Parents want the best for their child, but P1 registration cannot be only about 'me first'

Thu, 10 September 2026Thu, 24 September 2026

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Channel News Asia

10 Sept, 10:30over 14 days24 Sept, 22:00

Thu, 10 September 2026
1 report
- Channel News Asia10:30first to report
  Primary 1 registration: More Phase 2C places from 2027, new two-track scheme at 12 schools
  Most primary schools will set aside 60 places for Phase 2C, an increase from 40.
Fri, 11 September 2026
1 report
- Channel News Asia12:23
  'More than just a privilege': Increase in Phase 2C places draws mixed reactions from alumni parents
  “If excessive alumni benefits are worsening inequality then we should intervene,” says one parent who is supportive of the changes.
Thu, 24 September 2026
1 report
- Channel News Asia22:00edited after publishing
  Commentary: Parents want the best for their child, but P1 registration cannot be only about 'me first'
  previously~~Commentary: Could P1 registration changes be bolder? Focus first on public mandate of primary schools~~
  Before considering bolder changes, we need to decide how to balance individual competitiveness and our collective values, say SMU’s Jacqueline Ho, NIE’s Jason Tan and NUS’ Vincent Chua.